Medisur-Revista de Ciencias Medicas de Cienfuegos
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Healthcare through Open Access Research
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Clinical Research and Case Studies:
The journal publishes original clinical research and case studies that contribute to the understanding of diseases, treatment methodologies, and patient management across various medical disciplines. - Medical Education and Training:
There is a strong focus on the educational aspects of medical training, including innovative teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and the evaluation of educational interventions aimed at improving medical and nursing education. - Public Health and Epidemiology:
Research addressing public health issues, epidemiology, and community health interventions is a significant area of interest, reflecting the journal's commitment to improving health outcomes through evidence-based practices. - Psychosocial and Ethical Dimensions of Health:
The journal explores the psychosocial aspects of health, including mental health, ethical considerations in medical practice, and the social determinants of health, highlighting their impact on patient care. - Innovative Health Technologies:
The incorporation of new technologies in healthcare, such as telemedicine, digital health tools, and biomedical engineering, is a recurring theme, emphasizing the importance of innovation in improving health services.
Trending and Emerging
- Post-COVID-19 Research:
A significant increase in studies addressing the long-term impacts of COVID-19 on various populations, including recovery, mental health, and chronic conditions, indicates a strong trend towards understanding and mitigating the pandemic's effects. - Telemedicine and Digital Health:
The rise of telemedicine and digital health technologies has become a prominent theme, reflecting the need for innovative solutions in patient care and education, especially in the context of the ongoing digital transformation in healthcare. - Mental Health and Wellbeing:
There is a growing focus on mental health issues, particularly in the context of the pandemic, with research exploring psychosocial support, mental health interventions, and the overall wellbeing of healthcare professionals and patients. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Health:
Research that integrates multiple disciplines, such as sociology, psychology, and public health, is increasingly prevalent, highlighting the importance of comprehensive health strategies that address complex health issues. - Health and Environmental Factors:
Emerging studies examining the relationship between health and environmental factors, including climate change and public health, are gaining momentum, reflecting an increasing awareness of the interconnectedness of these domains.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Epidemiological Studies:
There seems to be a decrease in the publication of traditional epidemiological studies that focus solely on disease prevalence and risk factors without integrating newer methodologies or interdisciplinary approaches. - Basic Biomedical Research:
Research that primarily emphasizes basic biomedical sciences, such as cellular and molecular biology studies, appears to be less frequent, possibly overshadowed by applied clinical and public health research. - Pharmacological Studies:
The frequency of studies focused exclusively on pharmacology, particularly those that do not relate to clinical outcomes or patient management, has diminished, suggesting a shift toward more integrated health approaches. - Historical Medical Research:
Research articles that delve into historical perspectives of medicine or medical practices in Cuba are becoming less common, indicating a potential waning interest in historical analyses within the journal's scope. - Single-discipline Focused Studies:
There is a noticeable decrease in publications that focus narrowly on a single discipline, as the journal increasingly favors multidisciplinary and integrative approaches to addressing health issues.
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